Tours and Activities in Mozambique
Guided experiences across the coast, islands and parks.
Hero image: Bazaruto Island east coast — Bjørn Christian Tørrissen, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Many of Mozambique’s best experiences are on the water or in remote parks, where going with a local operator is the practical choice. This section brings together guided tours and activities by region and theme.
Choosing an experience
- Ocean and marine trips are concentrated on the Inhambane Coast, around Ponta do Ouro and in the Bazaruto Archipelago.
- Wildlife and safari trips centre on Gorongosa National Park and the Great Limpopo parks.
- Culture and heritage is strongest on Ilha de Moçambique and in Maputo.
Confirm what is included, the meeting point, cancellation terms and safety standards directly with the operator or booking provider.
Tours by theme
Our theme guides explain what each kind of experience involves, where it happens and what to ask before you book.
Island & boat tours
Bazaruto, Maputo Bay, Ilha de Moçambique and Lake Niassa by boat.
Wildlife & nature tours
Gorongosa, Maputo National Park and the Great Limpopo parks, with honest expectations.
Diving & snorkelling
Tofo, Ponta do Ouro and the Bazaruto Archipelago.
Culture & city tours
Ilha de Moçambique, Maputo and Inhambane, led locally and respectfully.
Tours by region
Maputo & Southern Coast
The capital, the far-south beaches around Ponta do Ouro and the lagoon and island escapes within a few hours’ drive.
Great Limpopo
Inland national parks linked to South Africa’s Kruger, reached via Massingir and the Giriyondo border post.
Inhambane Coast
Beaches, diving and marine life around Tofo and Barra, with the historic town of Inhambane as the hub.
Vilankulo & Bazaruto
Vilankulo town and the islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago National Park.
Central Mozambique
Beira, Gorongosa National Park, the Chimanimani mountains and the tea country of Zambézia.
Tete & Cahora Bassa
Tete on the Zambezi and the Cahora Bassa lake, a base for fishing and boating.
Ilha de Moçambique & Nampula
The UNESCO World Heritage Island of Mozambique, with Nampula and Nacala as gateways.
Lake Niassa
Remote lakeshore villages and the Lichinga plateau on Mozambique’s side of Lake Niassa.
Plan your experiences
Pick a region first, then choose the activities that fit it.